boombap Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 So this coming weekend will be the 5th annual spring fishing and boat show. I have never been but I am looking to pick up a new rod and reel before spring. Do the booths hold any good deals? Is it worth to not buy at BPS or Lebarons and wait? http://springfishingandboatshow.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=59913 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boombap Posted February 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 http://ontariofishin...showtopic=59913 Sorry, didnt see that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 There are always a deal or two to be had at the shows. I go to take a look and see what's out there. Great way to pass an afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uglyfish Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 It really is more of a spectacle rather then a place for deals. Definately a fun place to spend a day. As said, always a deal or 2, just gotta keep ur eyes open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 There are always great deals on sunglasses and sausages at the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 There are always great deals on sunglasses and sausages at the show. If you're lucky you could score on aluminum windows, magic car wax, no stick fry pans and best of all, lures that have been banned in 3 states! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Show up Sunday morning! There just might be some great deals by bidding on the Silent Auction!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mHooked Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Show up Sunday morning! There just might be some great deals by bidding on the Silent Auction!!! See you there Dax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Redwing Tackle will have their new float reel at this show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlesn Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 People complain about the safety kits, socks, shamwow and other cheesy booths, but if not for them filling the booth space - the organizers might decide to can it altogether. To some that would be no big loss - but to some vendors it's a hefty portion of their yearly income. I don't think I've actually bought anything at a spring show in 10 years so I'm probably not an expert on the "deals" available. I just go to walk around - see guys that I fish against that I haven't seen all winter - check out some new products. It's cheap entertainment. No parking fees, lots of free seminars, lots of informative and top notch anglers. Lots of fellow fishing fanatics. You can sense the cabin fever starting to break. To me it has always been the signal that winter is winding down and fishing is just around the corner. Perhaps earlier this year than most. And it beats sitting at home doin' nothing. Go without any big expectations of finding a deal of a lifetime and you'll probably enjoy yourself more. People like to say how "awesome" the deals used to be and whatnot - but I've been going to the spring shows since about '95 or '96 and it hasn't changed all that much in terms of the "deals" offered at least as far as I can tell. Most of the time getting acquainted with a local retailer and earning perks and discounts through loyalty will get you better pricing on whatever you need in the long run. Charles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Well said Charles, hope to bump into you there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Charles nailed it !! Nobody ever said these shows are always gonna save you big $$$$ on gear, but you may find some deals. I know I saved ALOT of money when I purchased my boat there a couple years back, but even if you don't find the bargains it's still a great way to spend a day. Just don't go looking for a bottle of water if your thirsty cause they charge STUPID prices for those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 You said it Lew! Its a great way to spend a February day. You might run into some friends, socialize a bit. I will be there all day Friday, all afternoon Saturday, and most of the day Sunday...Either in or near the Muskies Canada booth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinnerbaitking Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 Hoping to make it to the Musky Seminar on Sunday & Volunteer at the CBAF Booth for a bit & if I can get a buddy to go down Monday I'll be back Tight Lines SBK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT8 smoker craft Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 I will be there all day Monday back and fourth between the xzone booth and natural sports come say hi if your there Monday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 and best of all, lures that have been banned in 3 states! These are the only lures I use now..... You want a real deal....DON'T spend the money to get in, DON'T spend the money for parking and DON'T spend the money on the overpriced food and that new rod/reel combo is NOW FREE..... Twenty years ago or MORE the sportsmen shows were a place to find deals and have a good time without spending a lot of money to just get in.....now it's nothing more then a money grab... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom McCutcheon Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 These are the only lures I use now..... You want a real deal....DON'T spend the money to get in, DON'T spend the money for parking and DON'T spend the money on the overpriced food and that new rod/reel combo is NOW FREE..... Twenty years ago or MORE the sportsmen shows were a place to find deals and have a good time without spending a lot of money to just get in.....now it's nothing more then a money grab... Gee I don't see where spending fourteen dollars admission fee is a money grab. Parking is free, the seminars are free, the comraderie is free. Everything else is a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlesn Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 Well said Charles, hope to bump into you there. I'll look for ya Phill. Good luck with the show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snidley Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 There sure won't be much in the way of deals since there are only 3 retail tackle stores attending this show, Natural Sports, JB's and the guy from Hwy 400. That's got to be the poorest turnout for stores ever. I've always heard complaints from the tackle vendors claiming the whole excercise is a futile effort I guess now they are acting on it. Maybe the Sportsmans show will be better this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 I just went to the site and noticed they are bringing in a boxer to sell t-shirts. It's getting pretty weird. Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hirk Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 Snidley you have been misinformed, there are other vendors attending such as Tight lines for sure and likely Fishing World along with Pro J's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 (edited) Apparently there is also a boat show in Hamilton this weekend. I only know this as the "New" Naden boat will be represented at it. If you're in the area, drop in and tell Andre' that I sent you. I know we made the first, unpainted, boat last Thursday.. not sure what will be at the show... in booth #194 Edited February 15, 2012 by irishfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucktail Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 I sure hope there will be more then 3 vendors there.......yikes. If thats true I wont bother going I was planning on being there around 9 and checking out the musky silent auction with my buddie Brett, he is a good bud who will ll drive and help my useless as around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted February 16, 2012 Report Share Posted February 16, 2012 These are the only lures I use now..... You want a real deal....DON'T spend the money to get in, DON'T spend the money for parking and DON'T spend the money on the overpriced food and that new rod/reel combo is NOW FREE..... Twenty years ago or MORE the sportsmen shows were a place to find deals and have a good time without spending a lot of money to just get in.....now it's nothing more then a money grab... This from the land of Capitolism? Please keep your mis-informed opinions south of the border! Do you even know where Mississauga is? Note: I am joking...Kind of... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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